Security Operations Manager

Overview

About The Role Security Manager is responsible for ensuring the security of the company's network infrastructure assets and personnel, particularly within the context of the M25 DBFO (Design, Build, Finance, and Operate) contract. This role involves developing and implementing security policies, managing security infrastructure, responding to security incidents, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. The manager also leads a team of security professionals, fostering a culture of security awareness and best practices.

• Security Strategy And Policy
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  Develop and maintain the company's network security strategy, policies, and procedures in line with contractual obligations.
• Security Infrastructure Management
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  Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of network security infrastructure, including all related security systems.
• Incident Response
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  Lead the response to security incidents, including investigating breaches, mitigating damage, and implementing corrective actions.
• Compliance
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  Ensure compliance with relevant security regulations and standards, such as those related to data protection and information security, and alignment with contractual obligations and operational plans for network resilience.
• Risk Management
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  Identify and assess security risks and implement appropriate measures to mitigate them.
• Security Awareness Training / Security Vetting / Table Top Exercises
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  Promote security awareness among employees and contractors and ensure all necessary vetting/security clearance is in place.
• Team Leadership
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  Ownership and accountability in the management and mentoring of a team of security professionals.
• Collaboration
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  Work closely with other teams within Connect Plus Services, as well as with external professional partners, to ensure a coordinated approach to security.
• Continuous Improvement
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  Identify opportunities and new methodologies to improve the effectiveness of the company's security posture.

Qualifications, skills & experience

• Technical Expertise
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  Strong understanding of network security technologies, covering all security systems.
• Security Management
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  Experience in developing and implementing security policies and procedures.
• Incident Response
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  Proven ability to respond to and manage security incidents.
• Risk Management
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  Experience in identifying and assessing security risks.
• Compliance
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  Knowledge of relevant security regulations and standards.
• Leadership
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  Proven ability to lead and motivate a team.
• Communication Skills
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  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Problem-Solving Skills
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  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Relevant Certifications
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  Industry-recognized certification.
• Personal Attributes
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  • Provide courteous customer service with a strong customer focus.
  • Ability to work under pressure and to tight timescales.
  • Confident and professional manner; ability to communicate at all levels.
  • Excellent team working skills and ability to build relationships at all levels.
  • Clear and objective communication style; flexible outlook to all tasks and duties.
  • Willingness to travel to, and work at, other Connect Plus sites when required.
  • Self-motivated, highly organized, and able to work on own initiative with the ability to multi-task.
  • Good problem-solving skills with the ability to make decisions.
  • Willingness to attend meetings when required.
  • Willingness to learn and attend courses.
  • Hold a full UK driving licence and be able to drive a variety of vehicles in all conditions.

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

As contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:

• Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
• 25 days paid annual leave (pro…